RS PRO Plain Stainless Steel Hex Socket Cap Screw, Hex Socket, M5 x 40 mm

The RS PRO hexagon head socket cap screws have a narrow head and are perfect for use in hard to reach areas. The fasteners are useful in machine repair and maintenance and in many sectors.
As these socket cap screws are made from A2 (304) stainless steel, they are ideal for use in the food and beverage industry. A2 stainless steel provides good corrosion resistance and is more affordable than A4 (316) stainless steel.

The socket screws can be tightened or loosened using a hex key. They can have various tip point types which include:

• Cup point – concave tip, most commonly used
• Flat point – used for frequent resetting or relocating, simple and cost-effective
• Cone point – pointed tip, designed for a more permanent installation, highest holding capability due to the precise contact of the cone point
• Half Dog point – the tip is cylindrical

Threaded in accordance with DIN standard 912 / ISO standard 4762